Care Coordinator Full-Time Contractual COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HS II

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, MDH – Caroline County Health Department, located in Denton, MD, seeks a full-time contractual Care Coordination and Case Management Specialist. The role focuses on coordinating access to services, promoting recovery-focused plans, and directing peer support for residents meeting care coordination criteria.

Emphasis on individuals with complex recovery needs and community resource linkage.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: One year of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide care coordination and case management for eligible Caroline County residents.
• Support and promote recovery support plans and coordinate access to services.
• Direct peer support services for consumers in the care coordination program.
• Assist with assessment, problem identification, and individualized treatment planning.
• Focus on individuals with a history of recovery challenges to promote community integration.

Skills

Community Outreach

Resource locating

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time contractual position is to provide care coordination and case management services for Caroline County residents who meet criteria for care coordination (CC). This position will be responsible to support and promote recovery support plans and coordinate access to, participation in, and continuation of services; coordinator will also direct peer support services to consumers participating in the CC. The CC will facilitate resources in the community and with programs which can result in successful recovery from SUD and MH, these necessary services are determined by assessment, problem identification, and individualized treatment planning to be of value to the patient as part of a holistic approach tot the treatment of their disorders. The coordinator will focus on individuals with a history of unsuccessful attempts to establish recovery orientated lifestyles and who are in need of multiple ancillary services available in the community.

GRADE

STD0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Caroline County Health Department
18 Denton Plaza
Denton, MD 21629

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time contractual position is to provide care coordination and case management services for Caroline County residents who meet criteria for care coordination (CC). This position will be responsible to support and promote recovery support plans and coordinate access to, participation in, and continuation of services; coordinator will also direct peer support services to consumers participating in the CC. The CC will facilitate resources in the community and with programs which can result in successful recovery from SUD and MH, these necessary services are determined by assessment, problem identification, and individualized treatment planning to be of value to the patient as part of a holistic approach tot the treatment of their disorders. The coordinator will focus on individuals with a history of unsuccessful attempts to establish recovery orientated lifestyles and who are in need of multiple ancillary services available in the community.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: One year of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Civil Affairs Specialist specialty codes in the health-related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

The desired candidate should possess the following:

• Experience with Community Outreach
• Experience researching, locating and providing community resources

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

Benefits

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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